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Trump Targets Birthright Citizenship, ‘Birth Tourism’ in New Immigration Actions
Published
4 weeks agoon
WASHINGTON (FNN NEWS) — President Donald Trump announced new executive actions Thursday aimed at restricting birthright citizenship and curbing so-called “birth tourism,” renewing his administration’s effort to narrow who automatically becomes a U.S. citizen at birth.
Trump said he was signing two immigration-related actions, including one seeking to limit automatic U.S. citizenship for certain people born in the United States and another targeting foreign visitors who travel to the country for the purpose of giving birth.
The latest move represents another attempt by the Trump administration to reshape the application of birthright citizenship, a contentious constitutional issue that has generated extensive litigation.
New Order Takes Narrower Approach
The executive order released Thursday appears narrower than Trump’s previous attempt to restrict birthright citizenship.
The new action focuses on specific categories, including children born to certain people connected to foreign embassies or international organizations and those considered “alien enemies” of the United States.
The order also seeks to restrict automatic citizenship in cases involving parents who the administration determines “engaged in fraudulent activity to obtain citizenship.”
Trump said he believes the new approach is constitutional.
The latest action is expected to face close legal scrutiny over how far presidential authority extends in determining citizenship rights under the Constitution and federal law.
Trump Targets ‘Birth Tourism’
A separate executive action seeks to tighten restrictions on foreign visitors who obtain visas with the intention of traveling to the United States to give birth.
Trump described the practice as “birth tourism.”
The administration’s action seeks additional restrictions aimed at preventing visitors from using temporary entry into the United States primarily to secure U.S. citizenship for a child born while they are in the country.
Constitutional Fight Could Continue
Birthright citizenship is rooted in the 14th Amendment, which states that people born or naturalized in the United States “and subject to the jurisdiction thereof” are citizens of the United States and the state where they reside.
The meaning and reach of that provision are central to the continuing legal debate over whether a president can restrict birthright citizenship through executive action without congressional legislation or a constitutional amendment.
It remains uncertain whether Trump’s latest approach will survive expected legal challenges.
The administration’s renewed effort signals that birthright citizenship will remain a significant part of Trump’s broader immigration agenda as the White House seeks to change how federal immigration and citizenship laws are applied.
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DeSantis Announces Florida’s First Terrorist Organization Designations Under New State Law
Published
2 months agoon
July 6, 2026
TAMPA, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — Governor Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday that Florida will begin implementing new statutory authority to identify, designate and combat terrorist organizations operating within the state, marking the first use of powers granted under HB 1471.
The announcement follows the governor’s signing of HB 1471 earlier this year, creating a permanent legal framework allowing the state to designate terrorist organizations and establish enforcement mechanisms under Florida law.
“Last December, I signed an Executive Order to eliminate the influence of radical terrorist ideologies and the organizations that promote them in Florida. This year, I signed legislation to strengthen those protections and give Florida permanent statutory tools to combat terrorism while defending the Constitutional rights of our citizens,” DeSantis said.
“Today, we are officially designating terrorist organizations under Florida law. In addition to CAIR and the Muslim Brotherhood, we are adding Antifa to the list—along with more than 90 Foreign Terrorist Organizations, including cartels.”
State Expands Anti-Terrorism Efforts
According to the governor’s office, Florida has prioritized efforts to protect state institutions, safeguard constitutional rights and prevent foreign and extremist influence from taking root in the state.
In December, DeSantis signed an executive order directing state agencies to eliminate the influence of organizations identified by the administration as promoting radical terrorist ideologies. The order directed agencies to deny taxpayer funding, contracts, employment and other public support to designated organizations where authorized by law and instructed state and local agencies to use all lawful tools available to prevent such organizations from operating in Florida.
Florida Department of Law Enforcement Commissioner Mark Glass said identifying threats is critical to public safety.
“Keeping our community safe starts with identifying the threat,” Glass said. “The safety of our community is strengthened by that knowledge every day, and reinforced by the collaboration between our officers, our federal partners, and—most importantly—the people we serve.”
Key Provisions of HB 1471
Under the legislation, Florida:
- Establishes a formal terrorist designation process through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
- Prohibits taxpayer-funded institutions from supporting or promoting designated terrorist organizations.
- Ensures foreign or religious legal codes cannot supersede the U.S. or Florida constitutions in Florida courts.
- Creates state enforcement mechanisms and criminal penalties for knowingly providing material support to designated terrorist organizations.
The law authorizes the governor and Cabinet to designate terrorist organizations based on recommendations from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s Chief of Domestic Security.
Organizations Recommended for Designation
Based on recommendations from Florida domestic security officials, DeSantis announced the intent to designate the following organizations under Florida law:
- Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR)
- Muslim Brotherhood
- Antifa
State officials also recommended designating more than 90 federally recognized Foreign Terrorist Organizations, including:
- Sinaloa Cartel
- Tren de Aragua
- Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
- Cartel del Noreste
- Gulf Cartel
What Happens Next
The proposed designations must be confirmed by the Florida Cabinet before taking effect under state law.
Once approved, state and local governments would be prohibited from providing taxpayer funding, contracts or other public support to designated organizations. Public colleges, universities, school districts and other publicly funded institutions also would be barred from using public resources to support or promote designated organizations.
Additionally, organizations designated under Florida law may be subject to dissolution as authorized by statute, and individuals who knowingly provide material support or resources to designated organizations could face criminal penalties under state law.
Source: Office of Governor Ron DeSantis
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Orlando Fire Department Swears In New Firefighters from Class 0126 After Completing Rigorous Training
Published
6 months agoon
March 13, 2026By
Willie David
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — The Orlando Fire Department officially welcomed its newest firefighters during a formal graduation ceremony recognizing the successful completion of training for New Hire Class 0126.
After months of rigorous and specialized training, the graduates received their badges, took the oath of office and were sworn in as full-time firefighters serving the residents of Orlando. City leaders say the department continues to expand its workforce to meet the needs of Orlando’s growing population.
Training and Certification
Many members of Class 0126 participated in the department’s recruitment program designed to develop local residents with little or no prior fire or emergency medical service experience into trained firefighters.
Through the program, recruits attended classes at Valencia College, where they earned their Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Fire Standards certifications. The City of Orlando covered the cost of their education while recruits earned a salary during training.
After completing the recruitment program and receiving their certifications, the recruits joined the remainder of Class 0126 to complete the Orlando Fire Department’s orientation and training program.
City Investment in Public Safety
City officials say the recruitment initiative demonstrates Orlando’s commitment to investing in public safety while creating career opportunities for local residents.
The program was highlighted by Buddy Dyer during the State of the City Address in August 2025 as an example of how the city is building a pipeline of trained firefighters from within the community.
First Shift Begins
Several graduates from Class 0126 are scheduled to begin their first shift as Orlando firefighters on Saturday, March 14, marking the start of their careers serving the community and responding to emergencies across the city.
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